At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert ophthalmology care and contribute to medical education.
- Company: Join Gold Coast Health, a leader in innovative healthcare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and work/life balance.
- Other info: Diverse workplace culture that values inclusion and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle.
- Qualifications: MBBS, FRANZCO or equivalent, with strong clinical and teaching experience.
An opportunity has become available for a Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Ophthalmologist) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14,000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
About the role
Provide clinical specialist Ophthalmologist support to the Ophthalmology service, making a substantial contribution to the development of a culture of medical education and safe, effective patient-centered clinical practice.
Requirements for the role
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B.
- Tuberculosis screening - to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required.
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed.
- MBBS or equivalent registrable with the Medical Board of Australia plus FRANZCO or equivalent acceptable to the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists and registrable as an Ophthalmology specialist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Internationally trained candidates may require an acceptable Comparability Assessment undertaken by the appropriate Australian Specialist Medical College as part of the application process.
- Certified copies of relevant qualification/s and registration must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
- Strong clinical and teaching experience.
- While not mandatory, subspecialist expertise in general ophthalmology, paediatric ophthalmology, oculoplastics or glaucoma would be well regarded.
- The incumbent will be required to participate in an after-hours and on-call roster for the Ophthalmology service.
Salary information
- Permanent full time | Permanent part time | Temporary full time | Temporary part time
- Senior Staff Specialist: Base salary from $266,839 - $282,912 p.a or Base hourly rate from $127.85 - $135.55 p.h
- Staff Specialist: Base salary from $223,136 - $259,187 p.a or Base hourly rate from $106.91 - $124.18 p.h
- Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- Motor vehicle allowance
- Professional development allowance
- Granted private practice rights
- Other benefits
- Professional indemnity cover
- Professional development leave
- Annual leave loading
- Salary packaging
- Employee Assistance Program
- Work/life balance, variety and flexibility
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Please click the Apply button to review the Role Description and submit your application utilising the Medical CV template provided by Sunday, 8 November 2026.
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